Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD

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Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD

Dr. Oche is a seasoned Public Health specialist who holds a post graduate certificate in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, an MPH, and a PhD both from Texila American University. He is a member of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals and a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health in the UK. He authored two books: "The Unseen Terrorist," published by AuthorHouse UK, and "The Night Before I Killed Addiction."

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wellbutrin insomnia

Drugs Q & A

Wellbutrin Insomnia: How Long it lasts, Does it go Away?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 7, 2022 0

Insomnia is a type of sleep disorder. Individuals with insomnia find it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or both. People with insomnia often don’t... Read more.

valsartan and bananas

Drugs Q & A

Can I Eat Bananas When Taking Valsartan?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 7, 2022 0

What is valsartan? Valsartan (Diovan) is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (sometimes called an ARB). Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)... Read more.

Long term Side Effects of Paxil

General Warnings

What are The Long-term Side Effects of Paxil (Paroxetine)

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

A long-term side effect refers to an effect (beneficial, harmful, or negligible) that appears months or years after starting or stopping the medicine. The medicine... Read more.

Paxil Paroxetine Side Effects Sexually

General Warnings

List Of Paxil (Paroxetine) Side Effects Sexually

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

Your medications can be extremely useful in treating various diseases and conditions, but sometimes they can also cause unwanted side effects—one of which can... Read more.

Medicines

Paxil (Paroxetine): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

What is Paxil? Paxil is a brand of paroxetine an antidepressant that belongs to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paxil tablets,... Read more.

Medicines

Norvasc: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Contraindications

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

https://youtu.be/L6qg-t4xwVg What is Norvasc? Norvasc is a brand of amlodipine besylate produced by Pfizer. It is a prescription drug used solely or in combination... Read more.

Medicines

Robaxin 500mg & 750mg: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Warnings

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

Robaxin is a brand of methocarbamol a medication used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by... Read more.

Medicines

Novalgin: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Why it was Banned!

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

What is Novalgin used for? Novalgin is a brand of metamizole a medication in the ampyrone sulfonate family of medicines. It was patented in 1922 and was first used... Read more.

Dipirona tablets

Medicines

Dipirona: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Warnings

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

Dipirona is a brand of metamizole, a medication with analgesic, antipyretic, and spasmolytic properties combined with its mostly favorable gastrointestinal tolerability,... Read more.

Medicines

Dipyrone (Metamizole): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, U.S. Ban

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD January 6, 2022 0

Dipyrone also known as Nolotil is a nonsteroidal anti‐inflammatory drug (NSAID). It was first synthesized in 1920 in Germany and the drug was launched there in... Read more.